Bible Verses About Feeling Lonely

If you are feeling lonely, you are not alone – many Americans suffer from loneliness every day. The good news is that loneliness isn’t a permanent curse on you. God’s presence and biblical truth can help you deal with your loneliness. Reaching out to others, including a Christian counselor, can help you get over feeling lonely all the time.

Ten Bible verses about feeling lonely.

When you meditate on Bible verses about feeling lonely, you can find encouragement and hope. God’s Word will be a comforting guide to you in the moments when loneliness creeps in. Review these ten Bible verses about feeling lonely as often as needed. They will help you feel closer to God as you consider them carefully and start applying them to your daily life.

The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.” – Genesis 2:18, NIV

God called all of creation good before sin ever entered the world. He said when he created human beings that his creation was very good. But even before sin stained the world, God said that being alone was not good. The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are never lonely because they are in union with one another. Because we are created in God’s image we are designed for relationships.

We will deal with loneliness from time to time in our sinful world, but it can be comforting to know that this was not God’s original design for us. He has created people suitable for you as your helpers, friends, and godly companions.

She gave this name to the Lord who spoke to her: “You are the God who sees me,” for she said, “I have now seen the One who sees me.” – Genesis 16:13, NIV

Hagar spoke these words when she was thrown into the wilderness. Sarah had rejected her because she had a son, Ishmael, with Sarah’s husband, Abraham. Though Hagar was used up and then cast off, God never forgot her. In her loneliest time, God met her in the wilderness.

He spoke to her, gave her comfort, and provided for her. If you feel like you are stuck in a wilderness of loneliness, God will also meet you there. When you pray and read his word, God will speak to you, give you comfort, and provide for your needs. If you choose to seek him, you will also know him as the God who sees you.

So, Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him till daybreak. – Genesis 32:24, NIV

Jacob was going through a tough transition when this incident occurred. He was about to meet his brother Esau for the first time in a long time and feared for his life. To protect himself, Jacob kept his family and possessions in a different area, then laid down to rest. In the night, a man of God wrestled with him.

This may have been one of God’s angels or perhaps the pre-incarnate Christ. God met Jacob in his lonely transition and invited him to wrestle with him. He will bless us after wrestling with him in prayer, just as he blessed Jacob. In lonely times, God can teach us new truths from his word, and give us fresh spiritual strength after our struggles.

Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted. – Psalm 25:16, NIV

Do you feel afflicted with many problems that underlie your loneliness? Are past hurts haunting you since they have yet to be processed? God has already turned in your direction and is offering you grace for those problems. A Christian counselor can help you dig out those past hurts, get them into the light, and guide you toward healing. With a counselor’s help, you’ll get a fresh perspective on your problems, which can ease your loneliness and affliction.

God sets the lonely in families, he leads out the prisoners with singing; but the rebellious live in a sun-scorched land. – Psalm 68:6, NIV

We aren’t meant to suffer with loneliness all on our own. God sets the lonely in either biological or spiritual families. You may have a strained family relationship that is contributing to your loneliness.

But you can form healthy relationships with other Christians who will fill the gaps that your family members have left in your life. By meeting with a Christian counselor, you can learn how to repair breaches in your family and be coached on how to form new relationships with other Christians.

A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. – Proverbs 18:24, NIV

It’s important to choose loyal people when you are looking for new friends. Some people get burned repeatedly because they subconsciously choose friendships, romances, and other relationships that aren’t good for them. You can learn the reasons why you have made poor relationship choices in the past by meeting with a Christian counselor. Your counselor can help you learn to choose high-quality relationships for the future.

There was a man all alone; he had neither son nor brother. There was no end to his toil, yet his eyes were not content with his wealth. “For whom am I toiling,” he asked, “and why am I depriving myself of enjoyment?” This too is meaningless – a miserable business! – Ecclesiastes 4:8, NIV

It’s common for people to distract themselves with work when they are feeling lonely. But the places God designed inside of you to be filled by others cannot be filled with work or wealth. If workaholism is getting in the way of you connecting with others, a Christian counselor can help you overcome those unhealthy tendencies.

You will feel less lonely when you cut back on your work and spend time connecting with others, as well as using different strategies for setting priorities and managing your time.

Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? – Ecclesiastes 4:11, NIV

We all need at least one person in our lives to encourage us and help us not feel so lonely. During the transitions of life, you need friends and supporters to carry you. It’s common to feel lonelier when you move out on your own, have children for the first time, experience an empty nest, or retire. You can find suggestions for reaching out to others during these transitions by speaking with a pastor or Christian counselor.

But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed. – Luke 5:16, NIV

In the three years of Jesus’ public ministry, he was constantly surrounded by people and needs. Though he was busy, he intentionally sought out lonely places to connect with his Father. Your lonely season can also be an excellent opportunity to grow in your relationship with God. You can learn how to get the most out of the lonely places in your life by speaking with a Christian counselor.

…not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another – and all the more as you see the Day approaching. – Hebrews 10:25, NIV

Some churches have stopped meeting together after the pandemic. But as places open back up, we must start meeting together in person again. This is especially true of corporate worship at church, where we can connect with other like-minded Christians who will build us up and support us in our faith. You can also stay in touch with people through phone calls, FaceTime, or zoom calls, though in-person meetings are always best.

Christian counseling for loneliness.

These ten Bible verses can give you comfort and perspective when you are feeling lonely. But if you need more help that is customized to your individual needs, it’s a good idea to schedule an appointment with a Christian counselor. With a counselor’s help, you will learn the causes of your loneliness and how you can deal with it according to biblical principles.

If you delay in treating your loneliness, it could develop into more serious problems such as depression and adverse health issues. So, if you are feeling lonely most days out of the week, it’s time for you to reach out for help from a trusted counselor. We have helped many other clients handle their loneliness and overcome it.